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The Fujitsu LifeBook T902 with battery like Fujitsu LifeBook NH570 Battery, Fujitsu FPCBP175AP Battery, Fujitsu Celsius H250 Battery, Fujitsu Celsius H700 Battery, Fujitsu Celsius H920 Battery, Fujitsu LifeBook A6230 Battery, Fujitsu FMVNBP215 Battery, Fujitsu FMVNBP216 Battery, Fujitsu FPB0272 Battery, Fujitsu FPCBP335 Battery, Fujitsu FPCBP334 Battery, Fujitsu LifeBook LH532 Battery is an old school convertible and tries to combine the benefits of tablets and notebooks. A new case, updated technology and a classical business orientation are connected with high expectations for the performance, quality and the features. Our in-depth review shows how well that turned out.
The Fujitsu LifeBook T902 is currently listed in three different configurations with Windows 8. Differences can be found in the storage, the processor, the installed memory and of course with the price. Our review unit was provided by the manufacturer and was listed in Fujitsu's online shop for just shy of 1300 Euros (~$1731, under remaining stock) at the time of this review. It is equipped with an Intel Core i5-3320M CPU, 4 GB RAM, a UMTS module, a 320 GB mechanical hard drive and Windows 7.
The case of the Fujitsu LifeBook T902 made a definitive step forward compared to its predecessor T901. Especially the now slimmer silhouette and the high-quality appearing surfaces upgrade the optics significantly. The silver-colored plastics on the palm rest and around the keyboard have been replaced with brushed metal. The formerly black-gray colored display cover is still made of a magnesium alloy but its color was adjusted to the palm rest. The back of the display now provides a considerably more elegant overall appearance, especially when the notebook is closed.
The LifeBook T902 has been equipped with a high number of ports. Alongside the mandatory standard ports we can find the business appreciated special ports. 2x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, a card reader, 2 audio jacks and the analog VGA port cover all the basic needs. The analog image transmission to an Asus PA238Q (1920x1080) works well except for a minimal blur and allows relaxed long time working. For a digital transmission external monitors can be connected via HDMI. This port allows a lossless transmission of external resolutions up to 1920x1200 pixels. We like the port layout except that the HDMI and the two USB 3.0 ports are located too far at the front and too close together.
The Fujitsu LifeBook T902 is commendably equipped with connectivity options. For Wi-Fi connections Fujitsu provides an Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 adaptor. It has two antennas; the theoretical maximum transmission rate is 300 Mbit/s and covers the 2.4 GHz band as well as the 5 GHz band. Connection quality is good over different distances and the short tests revealed no unusual weaknesses. The Bluetooth 4.0 module is contributed by Broadcom and the integrated FJ-webcam offers HD resolution.
The Fujitsu LifeBook T902 is equipped with a 13.3-inch-IPS-LED display with high viewing angle stability. The resolution of 1600x900 pixels leads to a pixel density of 138 dpi. The resulting working space is large and can show considerably more picture content than the usual WXGA displays with a resolution of 1366x768 pixels.
The measured energy consumption is between a minimum of 8.9 Watts and a maximum of 45.3 Watts under load. Based on the configuration those are good values and they suggest a solid possible battery runtime. The consumption values are supported by the generously proportioned battery. With a capacity of 72 Wh the 13.3-inch convertible offers more capacity than most 15-inch notebooks. Like many other LifeBook and Celsius notebooks, Fujitsu has imposed a minimum battery level of 11% before automatic shutdown will occur. While good for maximizing recharge cycles of the battery, this slightly reduces runtimes and cannot be overridden.
A way to enhance the battery runtime is to equip the modular drive bay with a second 28 Wh battery (S26391-F1186-L110, ~170 Euros/~$226). The power supply unit has a rated power of 100 Watts and offers enough reserve capacity. As a result we could not determine any throttling from the power supply unit.
Despite the early shutdown at 11% remaining capacity, the Fujitsu LifeBook T902 reaches very usable battery runtimes. Using the Battery Eater Readers Test (minimal brightness, wireless connections off, energy-saving profile) we reached 8 hours and 20 minutes. For the W-LAN-Test (adjusted brightness at 153 cd/m², energy-saver profile, WLAN activated) we still had over 5 hours at our disposal and could watch a movie on DVD for 4 hours and 36 minutes (maximum brightness, wireless connections off, energy-saver profile). With maximum load the battery runtime does not benefit from a reduced performance like some competitors, but carries out its mission with unreduced performance. In a comparable scenario like the Battery Eater Classic Test simulates (maximum brightness, maximum performance profile, everything activated), the result is over 1 hour and 40 minutes independence from the grid.
Fujitsu created a very successful convertible with the LifeBook T902. A wide selection of ports, above-average upgrade options and typical business features laid the necessary foundation. These core characteristics are complemented with the good performance of the base model and the good build quality in general.
Despite the bigger 13.3-inch display, the integrated DVD burner and the high-capacity battery the mobile characteristics are on the same level as the business competition and on the bottom line, lead to more advantages than disadvantages.
The centerpiece of the LifeBook T902 is in fact the excellent display. The high-resolution, the very good viewing angle stability, the exemplary contrast and the very accurate pen input produce a very successful interface to the user. Deductions for the low maximum brightness or the limited color spectrum coverage can easily be overlooked and should not lead to any negative limitations in most working scenarios. Only for outdoor use and in picture editing companies you have to make a compromise here and there.
A bigger problem for every user is the insufficient case stability above the optical drive. While the pushing in of the case surface is more or less a visual flaw, the rattling keyboard in this area will annoy frequent writers over time.
Then again the price is conciliatory, seems quite fair based on the offered package and could be the crucial advantage against some of the competition.
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